Flaxseed oil comes from the seeds of the flax plant (Linum usitatissimum, L.).Flaxseed oil contains both omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, which are needed for health. Flaxseed oil contains the essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which the body converts into eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which is the omega-3 fatty acids found in fish oil.

Some of the signs are:

• Fatigue and lack of endurance
• Dry skin and dry hair
• Constipation
• Weak immunity
• Depression

Flaxseed oil lowers inflammation in the body. As a result, it has a cascade of beneficial effects on the various system in the body. Flaxseed oil can improve heart health, ease syndrome (IBS), helps in weight loss, is effective for brain, skin, eye & hair health, and relieve menopause symptoms.

You can take flaxseed oil capsules, which often provide a minimum of 1,000milligrams of flaxseed oil per capsule. Generally, the recommended dosage is up to one to three capsules per day

Omega 3 and Omega 6 are families of essential fatty acids and they are essential because the human body cannot manufacture them but needs them for many important functions. These are used to make local hormones that control the local functioning of tissues. The Omega 6 fats tend to have pro-inflammatory effects and the Omega 3 tend to have non-inflammatory effects. So, there is a need to have a balanced intake of these fatty acids for optimal health.

Yes, Flaxseed may be used topically and some of it will be absorbed by the body. But the best and most effective usage by far is to ingest the capsule with food daily.